Latest maritime operations updates and reports
gCaptain
CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd. has issued a warning to A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S regarding potential legal action if Maersk's terminal unit attempts to take over operations at two ports near the Panama Canal, as reported by gCaptain.
gCaptain
Maersk and Eurogate are in advanced discussions for a €1 billion investment to modernize the North Sea Terminal in Bremerhaven, aiming to establish Europe's first zero-emission container hub, according to gCaptain. The project will focus on expanding capacity and electrifying terminal operations.
gCaptain
The Pentagon has decided to move an aircraft carrier from the Caribbean to the Middle East, as reported by gCaptain. This strategic repositioning aims to bolster U.S. military presence in the region amidst escalating tensions with Iran, according to two U.S. officials.
Offshore Energy
Equinor has been granted permission to deploy a jack-up rig built in 2016 at its offshore field on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, as reported by Offshore Energy. This move is part of Equinor's ongoing operations in the North Sea.
Offshore Energy
AF Offshore Decom, a subsidiary of AF Gruppen, has been contracted by Ithaca Energy for a decommissioning project on the UK Continental Shelf, as reported by Offshore Energy. This marks another significant assignment for AF Offshore Decom in the North Sea region.
Offshore Energy
Belgian shipping company Exmar has secured a contract to provide a floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) unit for a $4 billion hydro-powered project located in the traditional territory of the Haisla Nation on Canada's West Coast, as reported by Offshore Energy.
Offshore Energy
Jumbo Offshore has completed the pre-installation of mooring for an FPSO unit for ExxonMobil's oil project off Guyana, as reported by Offshore Energy. This marks a significant step towards first oil for ExxonMobil's fifth project in the region.
Splash247
Turkey's Arkas Line has entered a six-month trial with Utah-based GenFlat Holdings to test collapsible containers on a trade route starting April 2026, as reported by Splash247. The trial aims to evaluate the operational performance and potential savings in repositioning, yard space, and handling fees.
Splash247
CK Hutchison has issued a warning to A.P. Moller-Maersk regarding operations at the Balboa and Cristobal terminals, as reported by Splash247. The Hong Kong terminal operator stated that any attempt by APM Terminals to assume control without consent would lead to legal action and claims for damages.
gCaptain
Two Mexican-flagged ships delivered 814 tons of humanitarian aid to Havana Harbor, defying U.S. pressure as reported by gCaptain. This move comes after Mexico stopped oil shipments to Cuba in January but committed to providing food assistance.
